POWER HOUSE OF ANTIOXIDANTS - MORINGA SEEDS

Moringa seeds are obtained from the pods of moringa olifera which is commonly known by the name of drumstick. The fresh seeds are quite tender, but when dried these bomes hard like small beans. These seeds are grayish white in color.

They can be steamed, boiled, roasted, popped like popcorn, cooked like peas and also can be consumed with other food items. These seeds have been used to purify river or stream water from earlier times. A handful of these seeds provides enough nutrient supplement required to for a single day.

The nutrients present in these seeds are Vitamins C, E, A, B complex, iron, essential amino-acids, oleic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, linoleic acid, linolineic acid, pterygospermin, calcium and other essential macro and micro-nutrients. The phytochemicals present in these seeds are tannin, saponin, phenolic compounds, phylate, flavanoids, terpenoids, lectins, etc. This is regarded as the powerhouse of antioxidants as it contains 30 antioxidants which boosts the immunity of our body.

These calcium rich seeds helps to treat common diseases like hyperthyroidism, gout, cramps, epilepsy, inflammation, severe bone disorder, arthritis and rheumatism. These fibrous seeds are proven to cure colon cancer. Zinc present in these seeds regulates the blood sugar level keeping diabetes in control. In addition to these functions these seeds also perform the following medicinal functions:
  • Reduces LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol)
  • Protects our heart and helps to cure hypertension
  • Improves brain's health
  • Reduces the damage of the liver and promotes the overall health of the liver as this have hepato-protective property
  • Improves eyesight
  • Increases sperm count and libido (sexual desire)
  • Boosts immunity
  • Cures anemia
  • Slows down aging and provides glow and shine to our skin
  • Reduces wrinkles in the skin and acts as a moisturizer
  • Promotes hair growth
  • Controls diabetes level
Ben oil or moringa oil is an oil prepared from these seeds which can be used as an alternative to olive oil. This oil is an popular ingredient in cosmetics manufacturing industry for manufacturing products like creams, soaps, body washes, anti-aging products, massage and aroma oil, perfumes, deodorants, body oils and scrubs.

Moringa seeds can be purchased from herbal stores or online stores.

Moringa seeds






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